Richard J. Korek, 91, of Olathe, KS, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022. Visitation will be 10-11:00 AM with a Funeral Mass following at 11:00 AM Thursday, October 6, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 11300 W. 103rd, Overland Park, KS. Entombment in Resurrection Cemetery. In leiu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to Holy Spirit Catholic Church.
Richard was born November 20, 1930, in Milwaukee, WI to Valentine and Rose (Wieloch) Korek. He served in the United States Army. Richard received his BA from the University of Wisconsin and studied at the Art Center School in LA for 3 years. He worked as an Art Director in LA, Houston and Kansas City until he established his own agency "Ad Design". He loved flying his plane, driving his motorcycle, Porsche, sailing his boat and spending time at the lake in Wisconsin. He enjoyed being a clown with Joan, making kids happy with balloon animals. Richard was a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, it's choir, HOA Barber Shop Chorus, and the Knights of Columbus. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Patrice, grandson Rolli, sisters Flo and Helen, and his brother Ray. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Joan C. Korek, daughter Deb Price, Julie Korek and extended family.